Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 114981 total results. Showing results 4441 to 4460 «219220221222223224225226227Next ›Last » Facial recognition technology to be rolled out nationally and police to also get AI support The home secretary has set out the government's long-awaited reforms to policing in England and Wales, which aim to reduce the amount of time officers will spend behind their desks - instead of being on patrol. Sky News 26/1/2026 News Police chatbots will respond to non-urgent queries The Home Office says the use of AI will free up six million policing hours each year, the equivalent of 3,000 full-time officers The Times - Subscription at source 26/1/2026 News Police Performance Framework POLICY PAPER: The framework shows how the government will measure performance across a broad range of policing activity. The Police Performance Framework will improve public trust and confidence in the police by delivering an accountable police service which is more effective at reducing crime and protecting the public. Home Office 26/1/2026 Report From local to national: a new model for policing POLICY PAPER: This white paper sets out comprehensive reforms to policing in England and Wales to enable policing to better deliver for the public. This white paper ‘From local to national: a new model for policing’ sets out a comprehensive package of reforms to policing that aim to create a police service that is more rooted in local communities and focused on their needs. This includes the creation of a new national police force, the National Police Service, that will set stronger national standards and ensure a more consistent service is received by the public regardless of where they live. Alongside the white paper we are launching a new police performance framework which aims to provide a clear set of enduring expectations for policing to support analysis of performance across the breadth of crime and policing activity. The reforms proposed in the white paper will remove the barriers that prevent police from focusing on what matters and set up the policing system to succeed in the long-term by addressing systemic issues so that policing can better deliver for the public. Home Office 26/1/2026 Report Police reform or power grab? A PCC responds How will the UK government’s Police Reform White Paper really affect local forces, frontline officers and communities? Thames Valley Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Barber joins Policing TV to share his first reactions – from force mergers and a new national police body through to funding gaps, “licence to practise” for officers and Home Office powers over operational policing. He expresses concerns about the lack of consultation with Police and Crime Commissioners, the potential financial impacts on local policing, and the risks of increased bureaucracy and loss of operational independence for police forces. Barber emphasizes the importance of local policing in addressing organized crime and the need for a funding formula that supports sustainability in smaller forces. He also outlines his immediate plans to respond to the changes proposed in the white paper. PolicingTV 26/1/2026 Feature, Interview, Opinion, Video APCC Chair statement on police reform Statement from APCC Chair, Emily Spurrell, on plans for police reform:... Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) 26/1/2026 News Commissioner unveils groundbreaking scheme to support domestic abuse victims Lancashire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Clive Grunshaw has announced a pioneering initiative, aimed at enhancing Lancashire Constabulary’s response to domestic abuse and strengthening community support. The innovative scheme which is being piloted in Preston will see eight dedicated Domestic Abuse Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) strengthening Lancashire Police’s front line and enhancing vital support for victims. Lancashire OPCC 26/1/2026 News Kier Pritchard announced as Ministry of Defence Police Chief Constable Lucy Bogue, Director SJC GUARDIAN, has announced the appointment of Kier Pritchard as Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) Chief Constable following an open selection process. Ministry of Defence (MoD) 26/1/2026 News Crime falling following 13,000 hours of overtime patrols Crime rates are continuing to fall as a result of 13,000 hours of overtime patrols across Staffordshire. Since May last year, local officers have been carrying out extra duties across 19 different hotspot locations locally in an effort to drive down crime and to tackle the main concerns of people and businesses in our communities. Staffordshire Police 26/1/2026 News Domestic abuse disclosure schemes can be burdensome and bureaucratic – but done well, they are life-saving Legislation that lets people learn about their partners’ abuse histories has been introduced in a number of countries, including the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada, but the schemes have mixed results globally; while some struggle with resources and bureaucracy, others, such as South Australia’s successful scheme, achieve high victim satisfaction through specialist support, and are heralded as life-saving. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 26/1/2026 Feature PFEW decision to suspend two fed chairs unlawful, High Court rules Two elected fed chairs have won a High Court battle against the Police Federation of England and Wales (PFEW) after they were suspended from their roles. Richard Cooke, the former West Midlands Federation chairman, and ex-chair of Metropolitan Police Federation, Rick Prior, were originally suspended by the PFEW after they questioned whether the police were institutionally racist. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 26/1/2026 News Plans unveiled for new national police service to tackle complex crimes and lift burden off local forces The Home Secretary has unveiled plans for a new nationwide police service to fight the most complex and serious crimes. Police Professional 26/1/2026 News Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences: second report submitted CORRESPONDENCE: Updates from Jonathan Fisher KC, Chair of the Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences. Home Office 26/1/2026 Report Army police to get new powers to tackle sex offenders Armed Forces Bill includes measures to improve response to sexual assault, domestic abuse and stalking The Telegraph - Subscription at source 26/1/2026 News NSW hate speech laws exposed as ‘failing’ with only four convictions, government briefing reveals AUSTRALIA: ‘The law looks tough on paper, but it completely fails in practice.’ 7NEWS has obtained a confidential government briefing which exposes how badly NSW’s hate speech laws are failing, with only four convictions ever secured. The shocking revelation has stunned a closed-door parliamentary committee hoping to create change, as police struggle to prosecute those inciting violence and hatred. The confidential briefing to the Department of Communities and Justice Law and Safety Committee showed since 2018, police have laid charges in just 14 matters relating to hate speech and the use of certain phrases and publicly threatening or inciting violence. Of those, three were withdrawn due to administrative errors and two were thrown out on appeal, leaving just four convictions. 7 News (Australia) 26/1/2026 News Careers of top cops in jeopardy after brothel probe exposed AUSTRALIA: Senior NSW police are considering the futures of four high-ranking officers after their homes were raided over allegations of freebies at a Sydney brothel. The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission (LECC) early last week raided the homes of the four officers, who hold powerful positions within NSW Police. The Age (Australia) - Subscription at source 26/1/2026 News Queensland Police officer awarded OAM for LGBTIQ+ and DV awareness efforts AUSTRALIA: A Queensland Police Service (QPS) member has been awarded the prestigious Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in recognition of his dedication to the for LGBTIQ+ community, community safety and outstanding service. West End Police Station Acting Sergeant Ben Bjarnesen BM OAM (pictured), was recognised with the Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to LGBTIQ+ communities across Queensland, and his work within the domestic and family violence sector. Inside State Government (Australia) 26/1/2026 News Dutch police received over 10,000 sex crime reports last year NETHERLANDS: The police received 10,215 reports of sex crimes in 2025, a 13 percent increase compared to the year before. The number of reports concerning online sex abuse increased particularly hard. Charges were pressed in 6,200 cases, up from 5,100 in 2024, AD reports based on police figures. NL Times (Netherlands) 26/1/2026 News PSA response to government reform announcements PSA President Nick Smart has commented ahead of the publication of the government's white paper on policing, and following a series of announcements on police reform:... Police Superintendents' Association (PSA) 26/1/2026 News Outrage is driving rapid social media law changes, leading campaigner says Baroness Kidron, who founded the digital child safety organisation 5Rights, told the Press Association recently passed laws have failed to meet campaigners’ expectations. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 26/1/2026 News «219220221222223224225226227Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
